The Fantastic Four and F1: Dominating Global Box Office
Introduction
The Fantastic Four: First Steps, the latest installment in the popular superhero franchise, continues to dominate the global box office in its second weekend. Meanwhile, the action-packed film F1, starring Brad Pitt, has become the actor's biggest worldwide grosser of all time.
Key Details
In its second weekend, The Fantastic Four: First Steps has reached an impressive $369 million in global ticket sales. This is a testament to the enduring popularity of the franchise and the strong performance of the film at international box offices. On the other hand, F1, which follows a team of racers competing in the high-stakes world of Formula 1 racing, has surpassed Brad Pitt's previous top-grossing film, Troy, which brought in $364 million worldwide.
Impact
The success of The Fantastic Four: First Steps and F1 demonstrates the global appeal of these blockbuster films. With their thrilling action and captivating storylines, they have resonated with audiences around the world and solidified their place as top earners in the international box office. Additionally, the success of F1 highlights the continued star power of Brad Pitt, who has been a major draw for audiences for decades. As the film continues to gain momentum, its global gross is expected to only increase, securing its place as one of the biggest hits of the year.
About the People Mentioned
Brad Pitt
Brad Pitt is an American actor and film producer born on December 18, 1963, in Shawnee, Oklahoma, and raised in Springfield, Missouri. He began his acting career in television during the 1980s before gaining widespread recognition with his role as a charming criminal in *Thelma & Louise* (1991)[4]. Pitt’s early film work includes varied roles, such as in *A River Runs Through It* (1992), *Interview with the Vampire* (1994), and *Legends of the Fall* (1994). He gained critical acclaim for his portrayal of Jeffrey Goines in *12 Monkeys* (1995), winning a Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actor[2]. Pitt rose to major stardom with diverse roles, including action and drama films like *Fight Club* (1999), *Troy* (2004), and the spy thriller *Mr. & Mrs. Smith* (2005), where he met Angelina Jolie[2]. His performances in *The Curious Case of Benjamin Button* (2008) and *Moneyball* (2011) earned him Academy Award nominations for Best Actor; the former featured him as a man aging in reverse, while the latter was a sports drama based on a true story, which he also produced[1][3][6]. In 2019, Pitt won the Academy Award and Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actor for his role as a stuntman in Quentin Tarantino’s *Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood* (2019). That year, he also starred in *Ad Astra*, a sci-fi drama[3]. More recent films include *Bullet Train* (2022), *Babylon* (2022), and the upcoming *F1* (2025), where he portrays an aging Formula One driver[3]. Beyond acting, Pitt is a co-founder of the production company Plan B Entertainment, which produced acclaimed films such as *12 Years a Slave*, winning the Academy Award for Best Picture in 2014[3]. He remains a prominent figure in Hollywood, known for his versatile roles and contributions to film production.
